Modern slavery victims are at risk of harm under the government’s new Rwanda plans, CARE has said.

Victims of modern slavery are at risk of further exploitation, detention and even deportation while waiting on support from the Home Office.

Press release: CARE has expressed relief that the controversial Rwanda scheme has been struck down, citing concerns about trafficking victims.

There has been a steep rise in calls from overseas workers within the care sector to report that they are victims of modern slavery.

Modern slavery victims in the UK face greater risks today than in previous years due to a controversial government policy, CARE has said.

CARE has welcomed a challenge to the UK Government’s Illegal Migration Act, citing “profound concerns” about the welfare of victims.